Intern - Drills, Hydraulic Engineering

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.

Job Overview

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the mining, forestry, industrial, and construction industries that maximizes value for customers through innovative solutions. With a full line of products supported by our advanced Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and global service network, we help customers safely and sustainably optimize their operations. Our Komatsu, P&H, Joy, Montabert, and Modular Mining products and related services are used to extract fundamental minerals and develop modern infrastructure.

At Komatsu, we create value through manufacturing and technology innovation to empower a sustainable future where people, businesses, and our planet thrive together. As an intern at Komatsu, you will have the opportunity to apply your education in a real-world setting; participate in significant, value-adding projects alongside an experienced mentor, and support your team members in achieving department goals that impact our business and beyond.

How you will help us create value together:

As an Intern - Drills, Hydraulic Engineering, you will help fill the need of detail and engineering labor to support the design and expansion of the Komatsu blasthole drill product line. In addition to supporting the growing fleet of sold drills, the team must test new drill products while continuing to develop Dantotsu solutions for future products.

This onsite position will be based onsite at our South Harbor location in Milwaukee's Harbor District. The target start date for this role is Summer 2024. We offer full-time hours during the summer or co-op semesters and flexible part-time hours during academic semesters.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering development team to expand state-of-the-art mining solutions for new products
• Collaborate with engineering development team to improve state-of-the-art mining solutions for current products
• Collect and organize data for product issues seen on current or new products. Team will use data to drive solutions.
• Develop, modify, and maintain SolidWorks models, assemblies, and drawings
• Organize and effectively communicate information for stakeholders throughout the NPD and current product groups.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering (with an interest in hydraulics), or similar, from an accredited college or university
• Sophomore, Junior, Senior level student in good academic standing
• Able to use SolidWorks for 3D solid modelling and drawing creation
• Knowledgeable of drafting practices
• Excellent organization and personal time management skills, ability to handle multiple tasks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Possess effective problem solving and critical thinking skills; ability to be creative and resourceful when needed
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite products (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Additional Information

What makes Komatsu's intern program unique?

The Komatsu Internship Program is rooted in community, collaboration, and innovation. Intern program perks include:

• Several Intern-inclusive networking opportunities such as:
  • Meet & greets with executive leadership
  • Volunteer Week
  • Appreciation Events
  • End-of-Summer Capstone presentations
  • Company-sponsored travel opportunities
• Access to amenities at Milwaukee HQ's including a coffee shop, cafeteria serving breakfast and lunch, and free onsite fitness center
• Potential to come back or join us as full-time employees
• Real-world project work alongside local, regional, and global team members
• Mentorship from experienced subject-matter experts in your field

We're excited that you're interested in an internship with Komatsu, and we look forward to reviewing your application! While you wait for future communication from our team, we encourage you to learn more about our business by visiting www.komatsu.com.

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.